Directors apply for charter for fair association
Graham Chamber of Commerce directors organized the Young County Fair Association at a luncheon and applied for a 20 year charter for a non profit sharing corporation. The plan calls for about 1000 in prizes and premium awards this fall with exhibits from all livestock and farm products. County Agent A L Robertson and Home Demonstration Agent Miss Blanche Hart Smith pledged support and cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham Chamber of Commerce
Young County Fair Association
M. K. Graham
P. K. Deats
R. V. Tidwell
A. A. Morrison
S. B. Street
G. P. Stewart
J. S. Criswell
A. W. Kay
E. C. Reed
J. C. Lovelace
Chamber of Commerce
Avants
Avantsee
Mrs Eddleman Honors Mrs James Norman at Reunion
Mrs. Virgil Eddleman hosted eleven former schoolgirl friends for a 5 pm gathering honoring Mrs. James Norman of Paducah. Guests registered favorite recipes, prizes were awarded for recipes and sketches, a pinning game and a three course dinner were enjoyed, and photos for place cards recalled their girlhood days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Norman
Ella Mabry
Paducah
Virgil Eddleman
Evans Mabry
R. V. Tidwell
Edgar Matthews
Matthews
Jim’ Norman
Sam Dowdle
J. T. Rickman
Mattie Bell Eddleman
Ella Mabry Norman
Bertie Scarbrough Mabry
Ella Porter V Price
Hattie Wallace Price
Maude Bell
Pearl Matthews
Bell Cunningham Matthews
Florence Matthews Dowdle
Beulah Wood Tidwell
Nettie Short Rickman
President Harding Suffering Illness Forces Tour Pause
President Harding's speaking tour is halted due to illness including ptomaine poisoning and bronchial pneumonia. Doctors report the crisis is past and he will return to Washington when fit. Mrs. Harding was briefly ill at the trip’s start. the duo has been in San Francisco since the illness began.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harding
Washington
United States
Alaska
Hon Joe Burkett to Speak at Shawnee Park
State Senator Joe Burkett will address the American Legion Post at Shawnee Park on Thursday August 9 at 8 pm. The event features High School Band music and an army chow line for Legion members and their ladies. Sam Goldwater is promised to attend with Armistice Day plans already under way.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Burkett
American Legion
Shawnee Park
The
Legion
Burkett
Presbyterian Auxiliary Holds Porch Program In Heat
The Auxiliary of the Presbyterian church met in hot weather with Mrs. T. J. Price as president. A porch program featured an Indian theme, with an arrow roll call, readings, songs, and a piano piece An Indian Lodge. A free will offering of 13.00 was collected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
T. J. Price
Frank Wilson
Beavers
Marjorie Hudson
Moellindick
Zachary Hudson
Barn Fire Destroys Couger Ranch Loss Estimated at 2000
John Couger reports his ranch south of Graham lost a large barn by fire this week. About 600 bushels oats and 300 bushels of corn, along with harness and farming tools, were destroyed. No insurance coverage was carried. Cause undetermined. Loss estimated at two thousand dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Couger
Graham
Couger
Encampment Planned for County Boys and Girls Clubs
Miss Blanche Hart Smith plans an encampment for all county club members at Shawnee Park in Graham on August 10 and 11. All youths and their parents are invited to bring camping gear for a weekend of activities and tours of local facilities. Weather, utilities, and local agency support will aid the event with free coffee and ice water provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Goldwater
Nuff
Blanche Hart Smith
Shawnee Park
Graham
Shawnee
Miss Smith
Masons and Ladies Enjoy Big Feast at Shawnee Park
The Masons of Graham held a picnic and watermelon feast at Shawnee park last Thursday evening with the ladies providing chicken cakes pies and other dishes. DeMolays were invited guests and a varied program of music and readings followed despite inclement weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Shawnee Park
Picnic party enjoys Graham Tourist Park outing
H. H. Stephens and family along with John McComas and J. W. Miller and their families from Hermleigh joined a Graham Indian Mound area group for a Shawnee Park picnic this week. Sixteen members attended and the event included a regu lar family reunion. Miller, a former local student, was here from Hermleigh for the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham Tourist Park
H. H. Stephens
John McComas
Indian Mound
J. W. Miller
Hermleigh
Shawnee Park
Messrs. Miller
McComas
Woodmen Circle Meeting Reminder August 10
All Woodmen Circle members are urged to attend the next regular meeting Friday August 10. Ice cream and cake will be served after the business session to members and their husbands. Juvenile visiting members are invited. The circle hopes for a large attendance to discuss important matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodmen Circle
Tax Collector Edgar Steele Disappears During Vacation
Edgar Steele, tax collector, is missing after leaving in his car Sunday. The Leader cannot determine his location or plans for vacation. He was faithful at school until it closed last Friday and may be taking a private course at his teacher’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar Steele
Rex Cornish Family Enjoy Galveston Trip Return
Mr. Rex Cornish and his family and his mother returned last week from a trip to Galveston. The trip was made in a Chevrolet car and Mr. I Cornish said that the trip was a real delight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rex Cornish
Galveston
I Cornish
Adams Family Returns From Colorado and Oklahoma Trip
Mr J Q Adams and family returned Saturday from a visit to Colorado and Oklahoma with news of their travels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Q. Adams
Colorado
Oklahoma
Mr and Mrs R B Allison in Albany Sunday
Mr and Mrs R B Allison were seen in Albany on Sunday visiting local events and sights, with no further details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
R. B. Allison
Albany
Mr. Otto Deats Visits Albany Home Folks Sunday
Otto Deats visited Albany Sunday to see local relatives and catch up with longtime friends in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Deats
Albany
Wheat Couple Seen Shopping in Graham
Mr and Mrs Earl Wheat were seen shopping in Graham on Saturday with no further details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Earl Wheat
Graham
Paving Work Set to Begin on City Square
Mr. Thorban of Plains Paving Company will start paving the square after the council authorized a partial paving plan. The project covers 30 feet along East Third Street near business houses from Third Street City Hall to the Guaranty State Bank, with prep work on water pipes completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thorban
Wichita Falls
The
Plains Paving Company
Thirdstreet
City Hall
Guaranty State Bank
East Third Street
Graham
New Train Schedule Effective August 1
A schedule change on the Rock Island line replaces the 1 o'clock motor car with a mixed train. The Graham stop arrives at 1 45 p m and departs 3 45 p m to connect with trains 23 and 24 at Bridgeport. Locals regret the substitution and prefer the former schedule and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
Graham
Bridgeport
Death of Graham Railroad Foreman J R Downs at 70
Mr J R Downs section foreman on the Wichita Falls and Southern Railroad from Graham died after a brief illness at a local sanitarium. He was 70 and survived by his wife and nine children. Funeral services were held at his residence with Dr C R Taylor, pastor, officiating, and burial followed in Oak Grove Cemetery. He had lived in Graham about two years and was well liked locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Downs
Wichita Falls and Southern Railroad
Graham
C. R. Taylor
Baptist Church
Oak Grove Cemetery
Mr. Downs
Paris Tailors Move to Larger Quarters
Paris Tailors relocate two doors north from their old corner at the square southeast. Proprieties Messrs Paschall and Stepp now occupy bigger quarters to better serve their customers, positioning just one door north of Graham Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Graham Grocery
Messrs. Paschall and
Stepp
Graham County Fair Plans Under Way For Fall
County officials in Graham pursue a charter and outline a plan to launch a premier fair this fall. Directors target one of the nation’s best events, aiming to attract residents and visitors with shows, exhibits, and community activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Mrs. T. A. Wilkerson and Baby Visit Relatives
Mrs. T. A. Wilkerson and her infant child departed this week to spend time with relatives in Williamson County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Wilkerson
Baby
Williamson County
Dallas Guest Miss Durell Waskom Visits Miss Katherin Erwin
Miss Durell Waskom of Dallas visits Miss Katherin Erwin this week, sharing time at their residence and exchanging friendly calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durell Waskom
Dallas
Katherin Erwin
Mary Ida Wilkerson Visits Relatives in Seymour and Honey Grove
Mary Ida Wilkerson is visiting relatives in Seymour and Honey Grove. The trip highlights family connections and travels between two Texas towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Ida Wilkerson
Seymour
Honey Grove
Miss Bettie Scott Visits Sister in Waco
Miss Bettie Scott left today for a visit with her sister Mrs. Lyle Skinner of Waco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bettie Scott
Lyle Skinner
Waco
Kaysers Return From Vacation To Colorado
Mr. and Mrs. L A Kayser have returned from a vacation to Colorado, resuming neighbors and daily routines after their trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. L. A. Kayser
Colorado
Phillips Visit Noted in Mineral Wells This Sunday
Mr and Mrs J D Phillips were seen visiting Mineral Wells on Sunday with local onlookers reporting a quiet social day. The sighting adds to weekend activity in the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Phillips
Mineral Wells
Tourist Park Sees Record Week with Sixty Visitors
The Gra ham tourist park reports a successful week with fourteen cars carrying sixty visitors, many praising the park. Registered travelers include W. Neill of Pine Bluff and H. West of Aberdeen among others, with twelve driving Fords and one Buick and one Overland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avants
Graham
W. ©. Neill
Pine Bluff
Arkansas
C. H. Davis
Claremore
Oklahoma
W. R. Harveth
Fort Worth
J. W. Miller
Hermleigh
Methodists Lead In Sunday School Baseball League
Interest in the Sunday School League games grows as the second half unfolds. The Christians beat the Presbyterians 8 to 4 in a mostly amicable match after minor postgame squabbling. The Presbyterians led until the last inning when the Methodists scored three runs to win 6 to 5. Christians vs Baptists was anticipated with wary form from the Baptists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodists
Graham
Bowman family heads to Medicine Park outing then Fayetville encampment
Rev T E Bowman and family from Graham along with Pearl Matthews Eulelia Ragland Fannie Ragland Jewel Ragland Susie Ford Kathleen Stewart Minnie Rubenkoenig Louise Rubenkoenig and Mrs Elsie Boesinger travel to Medicine Park for an outing. Brother Bowman will proceed to Fayetteville Arkansas for a Methodist church encampment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. E. Bowman
Pearl Matthews
Eulelia Ragland
Fannie Ragland
Jewel Ragland
Susie Ford
Kathleen Stewart
Minnie Rubenkoenig
Louise Rubenkoenig
Elsie Boesinger
Graham
Sam Ragland
Wichita Falls
Medicine Park
Brother Bowman
Fayetville
Arkansas
Methodist Church
Mr. and Mrs. Small Return from Holden Trip
Mr. J. S. Small came back from Holden Missouri last Saturday where he spent his vacation. Mrs. Small accompanied him returning with him and she had been with relatives for several months.
Mrs Hallam’s Pleasant Visit to Hill County Relatives
Mrs Hallam returned from a delightful trip to relatives and friends in Hill County. Mary Louise remained for a longer visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Hallam
Hill County
Mary Louise
Mrs Payne Visits Thomas Oklahoma for Extended Stay
Mrs. S. I. Payne travels to Thomas Oklahoma for an extended visit. She is accompanied as far as El Reno by Mr. J. L. Hathcock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. I. Payne
Thomas, Oklahoma
el Reno
J. L. Hathcock
Allen Couple Return From Visit To Whitney And McKinney
Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Allen have returned from a visit to Whitney and McKinney. Mr. Allen returned a few days before Mrs. Allen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Dewey Allen
Whitney and McKinney
Mr. Allen
Mrs. Allen
Revival closes with Red Top group in area
Reverend W. D. Boswell of Olney and Reverend T. R. Paden of Graham concluded a revival meeting with the Red Top congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Boswell
Olney
T. R. Paden
Graham
Willingham Family Relocates to Flint Home on Oak Street
Mr and Mrs J F Willingham and family move to the Flint home on South Oak street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Willingham
Flint
South Oak Street
Axley Family Visit From Nacogdoches
Mr. R. Lee Axley and family of Nacogdoches are here visiting Henry Axley and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Lee Axley
Nacogdoches
Henry Axley
Banks in Graham and Young County Near 3 Million Deposits
The county hosts ten banks with total deposits around 3 million and capital stock of 411 thousand. Reports praise the strong financial condition, low loans, and readiness to support the cotton crop and oil developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young County
Graham
Graham Nat'l
Nat’l
Olney
Nat'l
Newcastle
Revered Black Returns to Olney Pulpit for Anniversary
Rev G W Black filled the Olney pulpit last Sunday while Rev W D Boswell held a Red Top meeting. Black formerly served Olney and the congregation welcomed him back for the twenty fifth anniversary of the church next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Black
Olney
W. D. Boswell
Red Top
Brother Black
Ile
Graham Welcomes Gibson Family to New Citizenship
Mr E L Gibson his wife and his mother and sisters of Newcastle become Graham citizens. They occupy the John B Wood property on Fast Second street and are described as fine citizens. Mr Gibson had many friends in Graham before moving here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. L. Gibson
Newcastle
Graham
John B. Wood
Fast Second Street
Mr. Gibson
Rancher John Ware Reports Strong Grain Yield in Stephens County
John Ware made several trips to his Stephens County ranches last week after threshing grain. He reports a good yield and stores the harvest in his large warehouse at his east Graham home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ware
Stephens County
East
Graham
Masons Assist in Wichita Falls Degree Work
The Graham Masons from Wichita Falls included C. B. Hockaday E. H. Graves L. F. Mallow I. K. Parker H. L. Thornton C. C. Hampton C. E B. Humphreys O. Fauntleroy and De E. Stimson who were present yesterday to help with degree rituals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham Masons
Wichita Falls
C. B. Hockaday
E. H. Graves
L. F. Mallow
I. K. Parker
H. L. Thornton
C. C. Hampton
C. E B. Humphreys
O. Fauntleroy
de E. Stimson
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